February 10, 11, 12

2pm – 5:30pm

This year’s class includes Alpine Committee selections: Dick Durrance, Warren Miller, Janette Burr Johnson, Pete Patterson and Michel Rudigoz. The Nordic Committee has selected Bill & Annie Vanderbilt, N’tala Skinner, Charley French, Hans Muehlegger and Jenny Busdon

Don’t miss all the high flying action at this weekend’s Sun Valley Freestyle Spectacular! Friday’s events include the Slopestyle Competition, with  Saturday and Sunday featuring some of  the nation’s best in  mogul and double mogul competitions. For more info call 208.726.4129. Conor Davis photo courtesy of SVSEF.

]]> http://blog.sunvalley.com/2012/01/shot-of-the-week-flipping-over-for-the-freestyle-spectacular/feed/ 0 http://blog.sunvalley.com/2012/01/flamenco-vivo-at-sun-valley-opera-house/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=flamenco-vivo-at-sun-valley-opera-house http://blog.sunvalley.com/2012/01/flamenco-vivo-at-sun-valley-opera-house/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 23:26:01 +0000 cking http://blog.sunvalley.com/?p=6938 Flamenco Vivo at Sun Valley Opera House

Saturday, February 25, 6:30pm

This fierce and eclectic evening of Spanish dance and music (with live guitar, singing and palmas – clapping) features lamenting solos, sizzling duets, and festive group dances. The program, La Pasión Flamenca, is passion-in-motion, a journey back to the cultural crossroads of Andalusia, the southern region of Spain and the birthplace of flamenco.

TICKETS

$30 / $40 nonmembers / $10 student

Purchase online www.sunvalleycenter.org, at The Center (corner of 5th & Washington) or by phone 208.726.9491.

FLAMENCO DANCE WORKSHOP

Saturday, February 25, noon Community Campus, Hailey $20 / $30 nonmember adults / $10 kids

In addition to their evening performance, the community will have the opportunity to take a flamenco workshop—all are welcome! Please see our website for more details.

Saturday, January 21, 6:30pm

Sun Valley Opera House

H’Sao draws inspiration from gospel and traditional African music, especially that of its Chadian roots, and adds dashes of pop, soul, jazz and R&B. The voices are magnificent, true and powerful; their original compositions, their unmistakable style and the energy on stage are contagious.

TICKETS

$20 / $30 nonmembers / $10 student

Purchase online www.sunvalleycenter.org, at The Center (corner of 5th & Washington) or by phone 208.726.9491.

Doors open at 5pm and comedy starts at 6pm.  Cover is $10 at the door (21 & Older)

• January 13 & 14  Joe Klocek/Heath Harmison
• January 20 & 21  Tom Rhodes/Jason Resler
• January 27 & 28    Eddie Ifft/ Leif Skyving
• February 3 & 4       Trish Surh/Courtney Cronin
• February 10 & 11   Dwight Slade/Jim Summers
• February 17 & 18  Henry Phillips/ Gary Cannon
• February 24 & 25  Kristin Key/Myles Weber
• March 2 & 3  Brad Williams/Stefan Davis
• March 9 & 10  Tim Young/Dan Gabriel
• March 16 & 17  Michael Pace/Heath Harmison
• March 23 & 24  Dan Cummins/Ryan Wingfield

Warren Miller’s “…Like There’s No Tomorrow”

The world’s largest action sports film announces its 62nd annual U.S. tour

All Seats $5.00

Showtimes:

• Monday, January 2; 4:30pm
• Wednesday, January 4; 4:30pm
• Saturday, January 7; 4:30pm

By Katie Matteson

Celebrating Sun Valley style—Happy New Year!

2012 is upon us! And what better place to ring in the New Year and get a fresh start than in Sun Valley! Sure New York knows how to throw a street party, beach parties in Thailand are hard to beat and I heard that the fireworks in Sydney over the Opera House can be pretty spectacular.

But really, there is nothing better than celebrating a fresh start, the New Year and new beginnings here in the mountains of Idaho. And with a fresh blanketing of snow and plenty of options to celebrate in style, I’m pretty sure once that clock strikes midnight, you’ll be glad you’re here.

We have broken down the events by location in Sun Valley and Ketchum, as well as a listing just for kids and families. So read on to check out our roundup of New Year’s options around the Sun Valley area, then grab your loved ones and go celebrate Sun Valley style. We will see you in the New Year!

>> Events in Sun Valley

1. New Year’s Bubbly Bash at River Run Lodge: NOW SOLD OUT

Hopefully you got your ticket early because this event, put on by Sun Valley Resort and the Sun Valley Center for the Arts Junior Patrons Circle, will be hopping! Eighties cover band, Notorious, will be providing tunes and with a free champagne toast and photo booth, revelers will be partying the night away!

>>Where: River Run Lodge

>>When: New Year’s Eve, 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM.

>>Info: Tickets are now SOLD OUT!

2. Joe Fos Trio at the Sun Valley Duchin Room

Ring in the New Year in the classic Sun Valley Lodge bar—the Duchin Room. The Joe Fos Trio will be providing music and it is sure to be a special Sun Valley New Year’s Eve.

>>Where: Sun Valley Lodge, Duchin Room.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31.

>>Info: sunvalley.com, Call 208.622.4111 for more info.

3. Trail Creek Sleigh Ride: Celebrate Idaho-style!

Try an old, Idaho tradition to celebrate the start of 2012 with a classic horse-drawn sleigh. Starting and ending at the Sun Valley Inn, this ride takes you and your family out to the Trail Creek Cabin for dinner and brings you back under a canopy of stars. Dress warmly and get ready to celebrate!

>>Where: Sun Valley Inn and Trail Creek Cabin

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31.

>>Info: Call for reservations 208-622-2135.

4. New Year’s Even Dinner at the Roundhouse

With one of the best views in town and some of the best dinner in the Valley, the only on-mountain lodge that offers dinner service is the Roundhouse—and it offers a picturesque and romantic setting for your New Year’s Eve dinner. The ride up and down the gondola also provides a little more romance for the evening.

>>Where: The Roundhouse, Bald Mountain. Park at River Run and ride the River Run Gondola.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31^st.

>>Info: Call 208.622.4111 for details! Dinner reservations are currently booked but they are taking names for the wait list.

5. The Ram: New Year’s Dinner in the Sun Valley Village

Head to the cute and quaint Sun Valley Village for a New Year’s Eve dinner you won’t soon forget. The Ram is offering a five-course gourmet meal for $79 per person. Head to the nearby Inn Lobby Lounge to ring in the New Year after dinner!

>>Where: Sun Valley Village, the Ram Restaurant.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31.

>>Info: Call 208.622.4111 to inquire about availability.

>> Events in Ketchum

1. Reckless Kelly at Whiskey Jacques: The wildest party in town!

Nationally successful country-rock band, and native Idahoans, Reckless Kelly, headlines the main event in downtown Ketchum. Get ready for a wild night of dancing and fun at Ketchum’s favorite bar, Whiskey Jacques!

>>Where: Whiskey Jacques, Main Street, Ketchum.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31. Doors open at 9:00 PM.

>>Info: Advance ticket sales are now over. Tickets will be available at the door for $75/person. Contact Whiskey Jacques for more info, 208.726.5297.

2. Ring in the New Year at the Roosevelt Grille!

DJ Lenny Joseph will be spinning tunes and there will be plenty of dancing to be had at Ketchum’s Roosevelt Grille. Come in for dinner before the party gets rocking at 10:00 PM! Tickets are available starting today and include a complimentary Champagne toast and party favors!

>>Where: Roosevelt Grille, Main Street, Ketchum.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31. Party starts at 10:00 PM.

>>Info: Call 208.720.0051 for dinner reservations or to get your wristbands for the party!

3. Romantic Italian New Year’s Dinner at Il Naso

Romance your loved ones with an intimate and delicious dinner at Ketchum’s Il Naso.  Dine by candlelight with this five-course, prix fixe meal with a complimentary glass of prosecco.

>>Where: Il Naso, 480 North Washington Ave, Ketchum.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31.

>>Info: Call 208.726.7776 for reservations.

4. Dance the night away at the Casino with Old Death Whisper

Ketchum’s famous dive bar, the Casino on Main Street in Ketchum, is hosting local folk/country/rock band, Old Death Whisper for their New Year’s Eve party. Come get into a little trouble and party down with the locals!

>>Where: The Casino, Main Street, Ketchum.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31. Party starts at 10:00 PM.

>>Info: $15/person at the door.

>> For the Young Ones — Families & Kids!

1. Sun Valley New Year’s Eve Party for the Kids!

The kids have their own party this year! Kids of all ages are welcome for food, beverages and fun in the Sun Valley Inn’s Continental Room. Come check it out!

>>Where: Sun Valley Inn, Continental Room.

>>When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31^st. 7:30 PM to 1:00 AM.

>>Info: Call 208.622.4111 for reservations.  $75/person.